Child Care Assistant Centre Director

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking an Assistant Centre Director in Calgary. The role includes overseeing operations, managing staff and administrative tasks, and ensuring compliance with all regulations. Candidates must be certified in Early Childhood Education and possess strong knowledge of licensing regulations. Join a vibrant team that supports career growth with competitive benefits including health insurance and child care discounts.

Benefits

40% child care discount for full-time employees

Professional development opportunities

Company-matched RRSP retirement plan

12 paid holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Must meet province requirements for childcare employment.
• Up to date immunization and Health Assessment as per local regulations.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing overall operations of the center.
• Ensure all staff understand classroom objectives.
• Manage administrative tasks including payroll and communications.
• Enforce province regulations within the building.
• Provide effective communication with parents.

Skills

Knowledge of licensing and accreditation regulations

Interpersonal communication

Administrative skills

Education

Early Childhood Education Level 3 certificate

Job description

Center: Marlborough, AB

Job Type: Full-Time

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a child care discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?

As an Assistant Centre Director, you will work side‑by‑side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting Centre Director with managing the overall operation of the centre including recruitment and development of staff, management of policies and procedures, child safety, environmental health/hygiene, and province licensing.
• Ensuring that all staff members understand the objectives and expectations within each classroom.
• Managing administrative tasks such as processing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general communications.
• Understanding and enforcing all province regulations within the building.
• Implementing and ensuring completion of training for all staff members.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.
• All other duties as assigned.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• We offer a 40% child care discount to Full‑time employees & 10% to Part‑time so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• We will support your long‑term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full‑time staff are eligible to participate in a retirement plan (RRSP) which offers a company match – this is free money!
• Full‑time and Part‑time staff receive 6 days sick time per calendar year.
• Full‑time staff are given 12 paid holidays off.
• Full‑time staff are paid for at least 10 personal days off per calendar year.
• Full‑time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.

Requirements:

• Early Childhood Education, (CWS) – Level 3 certificate
• Demonstrated knowledge of licensing and accreditation regulations
• Must meet province requirements for childcare employment
• Up to date immunization and Health Assessment as per the local Ministry of Health Requirements
• CPR/First Aid Certificate

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.